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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

J66 REDMOT history

J66 RED is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 73,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

J66 RED blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
73,406 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 RED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
2 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 RED was last recorded at 73,406 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 9,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,371 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,035 miles
Average per year
4,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,406 miles
  • 2025 – 64,371 miles
  • 2024 – 60,559 miles
  • 2023 – 57,370 miles
  • 2022 – 53,570 miles
  • 2021 – 48,003 miles
  • 2020 – 45,654 miles
  • 2019 – 41,334 miles
  • 2018 – 34,234 miles
  • 2017 – 28,116 miles
  • 2016 – 27,095 miles
  • 2015 – 23,431 miles
  • 2014 – 20,607 miles
  • 2013 – 17,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,406 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear pad wear sensor loose
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexible coupling deteriorated

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,406 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    73,406 miles
    Test number
    569860958734
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear pad wear sensor loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible coupling deteriorated

  2. Fail73,406 miles (+9,035)1 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,406 miles
    Test number
    571983186998
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear pad wear sensor loose
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible coupling deteriorated

  3. Pass64,371 miles (+3,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    64,371 miles
    Test number
    464142367771
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass60,559 miles (+3,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,559 miles
    Test number
    555086242256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass57,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    57,370 miles
    Test number
    823292101932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail57,369 miles (+3,799)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,369 miles
    Test number
    568598702763
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass53,570 miles (+5,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    53,570 miles
    Test number
    438940327480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass48,003 miles (+2,349)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    48,003 miles
    Test number
    508212484549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,654 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    45,654 miles
    Test number
    220381974354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    41,334 miles
    Test number
    812951597508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail41,334 miles (+7,100)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,334 miles
    Test number
    334977937891
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass34,234 miles (+6,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    34,234 miles
    Test number
    214424917488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing thin. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass28,116 miles (+1,021)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    28,116 miles
    Test number
    450765746776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,095 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    27,095 miles
    Test number
    574726550050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,431 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    23,431 miles
    Test number
    812787819692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,607 miles (+3,368)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    20,607 miles
    Test number
    316533904334
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres worn on edges

  17. Pass17,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    17,239 miles
    Test number
    188196193284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J66 RED

Does J66 RED currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 RED is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J66 RED?
The MOT on J66 RED is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 RED done?
J66 RED was recorded at 73,406 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 4,425 miles a year.
Has J66 RED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 RED has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on J66 RED ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J66 RED find?
J66 RED passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge, and 9 more.

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